When you accidentally cause someone harm, your criminal case will center around the idea of intent. Was the inciting incident that caused the harm purposeful or malicious? If the answer to that question is yes, your intent and conduct are considered criminal. If the answer is no and the harm caused was truly unintentional, your ...
Two of the most important pieces of a criminal defense trial are the intent and the motive. While often mentioned together, they are actually very different aspects of the case and can affect it differently. Guilt is established through intent, and motive is used to explain why an individual did what they did. For a ...
Possession of child computer pornography is a third-degree felony in the state of Florida and will result in very serious penalties. The law allows for the accused individual to be charged separately for each transmission and photo of an exploited minor, regardless of the number of incidents. It’s also important to note that the individual ...
Prior to being charged with a crime, police officers may perform what is referred to as a “pre-file investigation.” This part of the process involves officers gathering evidence in order to build a case against an individual with the goal of charging them with a crime. This process is legal, though it is important to ...
Being charged with a domestic violence crime in Florida comes with very serious repercussions. Section 741.28 of the Florida Statutes defines domestic violence as “[an act of violence against] one family or household member by another family or household member.” In Florida, a family member does not necessarily have to be living with the victim ...
Being gifted a firearm or deciding to give a firearm as a gift is a serious transaction that must be done properly and with consideration for state and federal laws. In the state of Florida, it is completely legal and fairly simple to gift, buy, or sell a firearm, given that you follow the imposed ...
Driving while intoxicated is a very dangerous decision to make. Not only are you putting your life at risk, but the lives of all other drivers and passengers on the street. For this reason, Florida takes DUI charges very seriously and the penalties are often reflective of that. The specific charges will depend on a ...
Suspecting your neighbors are manufacturing and selling drugs out of their home can be a tricky subject to navigate. Do they constantly have different people over for short periods of time? Is there a distinct pungent smell emanating from their home? If your hunch is right, your neighbor is possibly putting you and your family ...
You are entitled to a safe, healthy, and happy future. Anyone that attempts to hinder your rights through means of emotional or physical violence is unjustified in their actions and should be held accountable. As a survivor of domestic abuse, there are steps you must take to proactively ensure your rights are protected, as well ...
